Fish stick and survival stick

ABSTRACT

Five pieces of aluminum from 1 in. diameter 14 inches long starting starting at the bottom, and then 1⅛ diameter 14 inches long, going into 1¼ inches to 1⅜, and these are three inches long, going to the handle which is a 1½ diameter and 36 inches long. Thus making up part # 2  of FIG.  1 . These connections are also shown in FIGS.  6, 2   a , - 2   e . The tubes of aluminum in the possessions on FIG.  6  and FIG.  7  are the cut that go around the tubing are welded and that welding bead is then ground smooth, as welding joints.  
     The body of the unit is then powder coated, then a plastic cap is inserted and a rubber tip is put on the end of the one inch diameter aluminum tubing as in FIGS.  7  and  1.    
     The unit also comes with a foam handle grip, approximate wall thickness of handle grip is ⅛ inch thick., and is 20 inches long. See FIG.  1 #3.    
     The unit has a wooden or plastic cap with a rubber stopper that fits snuggly into the top opening of the 1½ inch aluminum tubing. Making this the top opening of the unit, as seen on FIGS.  1, 4  and  5    
     The unit also has a cloth liner that will fit inside the unit. Thereby protecting what is placed inside, as seen in FIG.  2, #6.

BACKGROUND

[0001] This inventions relates to outdoor equipment. Specifically to thetransportation of fishing or first aid equipment.

PRIOR ART

[0002] On a camping trip that included a fly fishing excursion, I foundwhile tracking through the woods that my fly-rod was a constant sourceof worry. The fly-rod case I Was using was not adequate to protect thepole. It was quite cumbersome as well.

[0003] Once at home I looked for something to solve this problem. Therewas nothing better than what I already had. I solved this by making isridged compartment capable of sustaining the strain of a grown man,complete with a fully loaded back-pack. The end result is simple butvery effective.

[0004] fly-rod was a constant source of worry. The fly-rod case I wasusing was not adequate to protect the pole. It was quite cumbersome aswell.

RAMIFICATIONS

[0005] The Fish Stick by Kelley Innovations is a tapering aluminum polewith a hard rubber end cap and a soft rubber or leather hand grip. Witha tightly fitting cap (plain or carved) held in place by more rubberfitted down inside of the tube. The Fish Stick was designed and createdto provide a safe, easy to use method for the transport of a fly-rod.

[0006] This new idea was born after a camping trip with a conventionalfly-rod case. The standard case was awkward as it would get caught orhung up while walking on trails or through the brush. The Fish Stickprovides a helpful way to enjoy the outdoors by doubling as a walkingstick and a fly-rod case.

[0007] The Survival Stick is made by the same high quality standards asThe Fish Stick. The Survival Stick has a compass set down into the lidcap. The inside liner can hold a multitude of emergency supplies. Forexample: a silver foil blanket, pain/fever reducers, water purificationtablets, a snake bite kit, waterproof matches, a flare and a booklet onbasic survival techniques. There is also space for your personalsupplies.

[0008] Once again, you would not only have an excellent walking stickbut you also have the added knowledge that you are prepared for mostdifficulties that may arise.

[0009] Ramifications for FIGS. are the same for FIGS. except that thebodies are made from a single piece of aluminum, thereby negating theneed for multiple pieces of welded aluminum. This solid frameconstruction can of course, be used on both The Fish Stick and TheSurvival Stick.

DESCRIPTION

[0010]FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the Fish Stick, fly rodcase-walking staff.

[0011]FIG. 2 is the protective bag for fly rod.

[0012]FIG. 3 is a cross section drawing of top portion of Fish Stickshowing the aluminum shaft (2) with foam rubber handle grip (3), woodcap (4), rubber seal (5), washer (6), and screw (7).

[0013]FIG. 4 is the bottom view of the wood cap (4), rubber seal (5),washer (6), and screw (7).

[0014]FIG. 5 is a cut away of the aluminum shaft (2) with foam rubberhandle grip (3).

[0015]FIG. 6 is a cut away view of the top portion of the aluminumshaft. Numbers 2 a through 2 d show the aluminum tubing reducing from 1and ½ inches (2 a) to 1 and ⅜ inches (2 b) to 1 and ¼ inches (2 c) to 1and ⅛ inches (2 d). Also shown are the welded joints.

[0016]FIG. 7 is a cut away view of the bottom portion of the aluminumshaft. Numbers 2 d and 2 e show the final reduction of tube size to 1inch. Number 1 being a hard rubber tip.

[0017] FIGS. 8-9 show comparison sketches of future Fish Stickrenditions being extruded (8) instead of welded (9), producing aseamless product (8) in place of the welded joints

OBJECTS AND ADVANTAGES

[0018] Accordingly several objects and advantages of my inventions arethat it provides an aid in walking or hiking. And it provides a safe,secure method for transporting a fly fishing rod. It's ease of use anddurability are not currently available.

[0019] Conventional fly-rod cases are not designed to withstand thestresses that can be put on them. This can be a real problem as theresult means a damaged or broken fly-rod.

[0020] Also the fly-rod cases that are available now need to be held orpacked. Carrying said cases means that one hand is constantly occupiedand in no way provides leverage or balance. To pack a case in means todeal with it getting hung up on trees or other brush. Packing yourfly-rod case also means adding weight and unnecessary bulk.

[0021] This idea can be converted quite effectively to hold first aidsupplies rather than a fly-rod. With the same design, one can have thebenefits of a walking stick and the convenience of an easy to accessemergency supply system.

[0022] Normally first aid supplies are difficult to get to quickly. Thisis due to the fact that they are tightly packed in and around many otheritems. The object of this new adaptation is speed of accessibility andease of use.

[0023] It can also be used in emergency situations as it can storeobjects a person might need if stranded or lost. Again, this idea issimple but effective.

[0024] So far everyone that we have shone these products to has beenexcited to see them. There are people who already wish to buy this newproduct idea.

ADVANTAGES/DISADVANTAGES

[0025] The disadvantages to all standard caring cases for fly-rods isthat they not only take up valuable space, but they add weight whenpacked. They are also frustratingly good at getting hung up on anyavailable tree limb or bush. Even on a trail. Given the high demand forexpensive fly -rods, safe and stable transport is not always attainableNo fly-rod case sold today is designed to handle the stresses deliveredwhile leaning, hiking or occasionally falling down. The Fish Sticksolves this problem beautifully by providing a safe and comfortablehousing for your fly-rod.

[0026] Many people who enjoy camping and hiking buy walking sticks. Andno one who goes camping or even out for a day hike should do so withoutbringing a first aid kit along. It is as important as water when yourout in the wilderness.

[0027] Conventional walking sticks only provide balance and support. TheSurvival Stick has many advantages over traditional walking sticks. Mydesign provides the user with a tool that allows for quick and reliableaccess to first aid or emergency equipment. Weather it is simplyretrieving pain reliever or if you should find yourself in a moreserious situation, you'll be glad to have The Survival Stick along.Everything you need from a band aid to a flare, you will have literallyat arms length.

1. A method for transporting a fly fishing rod or back-packing; survivalequipment 1.) an elongated tube which tapers down at one end to the sizeof a conventional walking stick with a rubber tip at the small end and alarger cap at the wide, top most end 2.) adding a thin cloth bag (orbags) which fits inside to the length of the tube, allowing items to beplaced inside to prevent damage also 3.) providing a comfortable handgrip on the outside of the large end, or top of the unit Wherebyproviding a convenient, practical and highly dependable means forwalking hiking and transporting important outdoors equipment: